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# How To Make A Minecraft Prison Server

Minecraft Prison Break is a unique server game mode where users start in a prison-themed environment and must “rank up” by mining, selling resources, and earning in-game currency. Instead of exploring a typical open world, you're placed in confined zones called “mines,” each tied to a first rank. As you progress, new mines, perks, and challenges unlock, simulating a climb to freedom.

In this great guide, we'll provide a complete walkthrough on how to make a Minecraft prison server and explain in more detail how to configure your prison server.

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## Installing Prison Break

Make sure to create a backup before uninstalling any files to prevent any unwanted changes.

1. Install [Prison Break](https://www.minecraftmaps.com/46792-prison-break-escape-from-fox-river)
    
2. Log in to your [Apollo Panel](https://control.sparkedhost.us/)
    
3. Head over to the "Files" tab
    
4. Uninstall the "world" folder
    
    ![](https://images.surferseo.art/db9b64e9-6b66-4255-8037-a3d5fd2591b0.png)
5. Drag and drop or upload the installed zip file, right-click, and click on "Extract" as shown in the example below
    
    ![](https://images.surferseo.art/c4e7fda1-8888-46ee-b73a-a78dcf1b22fa.png)
6. Now, rename the unzipped folder to "world"
    
7. Start your server and start playing!

## Setting Up Prison Break

Make sure you are running a Spigot server to use the following plugins. You can also follow this guide on [How to Add Plugins to a Minecraft Server](https://help.sparkedhost.com/en/article/how-to-add-plugins-to-a-minecraft-server-1hh2oca/)

Install the plugins in the points below:  

* [PermissionsEx](https://github.com/PEXPlugins/PermissionsEx/releases/tag/STABLE-1.23.4): **To help manage other groups, set your default group, and assign permissions, also control which command each rank can use, and how they can access areas in the prison.**
    
* [WorldEdit](https://help.sparkedhost.com/en/article/how-to-install-worldedit-on-a-minecraft-server-jo9hrf/): **Helps you quickly edit blocks, create your prison layout, and decide stuff.**
    
* [Server Signs](https://www.spigotmc.org/resources/serversigns.10693/): **Set up server signs that allow players to execute commands.**
    
* [WorldGuard](https://help.sparkedhost.com/en/article/how-to-use-worldguard-on-a-minecraft-server-1bw6vza/): **Protect zones, set PvP areas, and prevent abuse. You can limit access based on group names or permission nodes.**
    
* [Essentials](https://www.spigotmc.org/resources/essentialsx.9089/): **Enables useful commands like `/spawn`, `/home`, and money management. It also helps in your rank system.**
    
* [PaidRanks](https://www.spigotmc.org/resources/paidranks-rankup.39968/): **Allowing players to pay money to upgrade. This keeps the progression system smooth and ensures a strong connection for players.**

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